Brett Young Teams Up with Levi’s & Kohl’s For His Caliville Collection Just In Time For Back-To-School

Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) and Levi’s® are partnering with multi-PLATINUM selling country music star Brett Young to highlight Levi’s® denim styles during the back-to-school season, spotlighting the singer’s favorite go-to jeans and Levi’s® fits in a multi-dimensional marketing campaign.

“I’m so excited to partner with Kohl’s and Levi’s®,” said Brett Young. “This collaboration is a no-brainer for me since I’ve worn Levi’s® for as long as I can remember and basically live in them whether I’m touring or at home.”

Customers will see Young in his favorite denim styles, including the Levi’s® 511™ Slim Fit Advanced Stretch Jeans and the Levi’s® 512™ Slim Fit Tapered Stretch Jeans, featured throughout Kohl’s back-to-school marketing, in addition to fun, behind-the-scenes-style videos about a few of his other favorite things.

As the destination for back-to-school shopping, Kohl’s has new washes, fabrics and silhouettes in women’s, men’s, young men’s, juniors’, and kids to help everyone in the family find their favorite jeans at an incredible value at Kohl’s stores nationwide and on Kohls.com.

“The back-to-school season is all about denim, and we’re thrilled to showcase Kohl’s wide assortment of new styles and range of fits with Brett Young and Levi’s®,” said Doug Howe, Kohl’s chief merchandising officer. “Furthermore, the Caliville collection coming to Kohl’s this fall is one more way that we’re bringing in new brands to Kohl’s and connecting with customers in new ways.”

“In Levi’s®, there’s a fit for everyone. We’re thrilled to be partnering with country musician, Brett Young on this exciting program at Kohl’s highlighting his favorite Levi’s fits – the 511™ Slim and 512™ Taper,” said Kiera Ganann, VP Levi’s® Omni-Channel Merchandising. “We had a great time working with Brett to bring this story to life for the Kohl’s consumer during back-to-school.”

CMR Exclusive Q&A with Artist on the Rise JoLivi

Artist on the rise JoLivi has recently released her latest single, “Stuck.” The fresh new track, written by JoLivi, Brian Maher and Skip Black, has been quickly embraced as the talented singer/songwriter delivers a solid ballad that you will want “stuck” on your playlist!

We caught up with the country newcomer to talk about her new single, the “Better” music video, and much more! Check out our exclusive Q&A with JoLivi:

Country Music Rocks (CMR): You recently released your brand new track, “Stuck.” Tell us a little about it and give us some background on this new song.

JoLivi: Stuck was one of those songs that when Skip Black, Brian Maher and I got together, we wrote it so fast.  I came in with this idea of being stuck in a relationship, but in a positive way. The tag in the chorus is, “If you were an island I’d wanna be stuck.”  I love that visually as well. Being with that one person that just understands you in every way that you’d love the idea of just the two of you on an island.

CMR: In addition to your new release, you also just released the music video for your song “Better” which was filmed at Nashville’s famed Printer’s Alley. What was one of your most memorable/standout moments filming this video?

JoLivi: What I appreciated and loved about filming this video was its simplicity.  The previous music videos that I have done were very intense and long hours, hair, makeup and large crews.  This was only a three location set up, one director, stage hand and my manager. It was a little interesting to film in a place where there are just random people walking around staring at you and taking pictures.  LOL I’m not famous or anything, but there are a lot of tourists down there so they are probably thinking… WELL YOU NEVER KNOW. lol

CMR: Both “Better” and “Stuck” have been widely embraced by digital music outlets. What has that been like for you to see and hear your music grow and enjoyed by so many?

JoLivi: It’s been a long time coming and honestly, it’s the best part.  I love knowing that the listeners are blasting it in their cars, or on their boats out at the lake and even while cleaning their house.  I’ve seen it all with these two songs and it feels amazing.

CMR: As an artist and constantly traveling from one place to the next, where is one place/city that you would love to get “Stuck” in for a few extra days?

JoLivi: Love this question!  There are many many, many places I would just love to get “Stuck” in but the TWO that come to mind are South Island, New Zealand and Rome.  Most of my family has been to New Zealand and I know it’s just so beautiful and the culture is similar to mine. ROME IS ROME.. I’ll be going there for sure within the next couple years.

CMR: You have made the transition from growing up and living in Hawaii to now living Nashville. What has this move been like for you and what are some of your favorite places to hang in Music City?

JoLivi: When I graduated high school I went onto study at Colorado State University and after I graduated from college I moved to Los Angeles.  I lived in LA for about 5 years and have just always loved country music since I was little. My manager suggested one day that I should write a country track, so I did and we came to visit Nashville and fell in love. We made the move here together.  I live in East Nashville and it’s my favorite place to hang.

CMR: For folks getting to know JoLivi, what is one thing you would like to convey to fans about you and your music?

JoLivi: I grew up listening to all genres of music.  My mother had a library of CD’s and we were constantly listening to music as I do now.  I’m very soulful and that comes out a lot in my music, especially my live shows. I love to entertain so the live shows are always a blast.

CMR: Music, especially country music, leaves such a strong impact on our lives. What is one song that has made an impact on you, and whenever it comes on, it still resonates and takes you back to a certain moment?

JoLivi: “Something in the Way She Moves” by James Taylor.  If you ask anyone, they will tell you that JT is my number 1.  I’ve loved JT’s music since I was probably not even born yet lol.  My mom was a huge fan. Like, instead of reading stories when you’re a little kid it was music that made my imagination run wild, he did that for me.  This song reminds me of so many different times of my life so many different milestones and heartbreaks.

Get “Stuck” on your playlist today, and grab JoLivi’s new single HERE. Be sure to keep up with her by visiting JoLivi’s Official Website, and following her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Trisha Yearwood Reveals New Track “Workin’ On Whiskey” From Upcoming Studio Album

As the history-making lead single “Every Girl In This Town” continues to heat up airwaves and streaming platforms , three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning country superstar Trisha Yearwood reveals a new track, “Workin’ On Whiskey,” from her highly anticipated upcoming album, Every Girl. “Workin’ On Whiskey” is now available as an instant grat track via digital service providers ahead of the album’s release on Friday, August 30, 2019. Pre-order it HERE.
 
The album opener “Workin’ On Whiskey” sips away sorrows under the drone of dobro and a confessional chorus detailing, “a situation you want to change, but can’t,” explains Trisha. The song written by Jessica Mitchell, Dave Thomson and Patricia Conroy, and produced by Garth Fundis, also features harmony vocals by Kelly Clarkson.
 
An intimate, live video performance of the new song is available today in Hot Country on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2r1wJt9
 
This fall, Trisha launches her first solo tour in five years. The “Every Girl On Tour” kicks off October 3rd with a special three-night engagement with the Nashville Symphony at Schermerhorn Symphony Center. The 22-city trek continues throughout the United States with stops in New York, Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Fort Worth, Minneapolis and Jacksonville. Tickets are on sale now at www.trishayearwood.com/tour.

Gabby Barrett Makes Significant Debut at Country Radio With “I Hope”

Warner Music Nashville powerhouse Gabby Barrett came out of the gate hot with a statement-making debut at Country radio. Raved-about sass bomb “I Hope” is now spinning on radio playlists nationwide as the most-added single from a new artist this week.

Barrett wrote the “captivating drama that pulls the listener in with each passing line” (CMT) alongside Jon Nite and Zachary Kale. 

Download and stream “I Hope” HERE.

The sizzling breakup anthem has already claimed the #1 spot on SiriusXM “The Highway’s” Hot 30 Countdown chart, as well as Radio Disney’s Country Top 50 chart. The blistering tune has garnered over 34.9 MILLION+ on-demand streams and counting, while its music video is closing in on 10 MILLION views on YouTube alone. 

Recently named Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing artist, joining the ranks of previous picks Kelsea Ballerini, Camila Cabello, Alessia Cara and many more, the on-fire riser claimed national media attention with two televised performances of “I Hope,” making her return to light up ABC’s American Idol, then doubling down at Disney’s ARDYs: A Radio Disney Music Celebration. Watch a clip of the performance here.

Barrett charges on this summer, touring the festival circuit nationwide opening shows for Dierks Bentley, Jake Owen, Toby Keith, and more, while headlining a few dates of her own. On October 18, she will open for Kane Brown at Los Angeles’ Staples Center.

Chris Janson Unveils More New Music Ahead Of Forthcoming Studio Album

It’d be hard to name someone more grateful for his current success than electrifying entertainer Chris Janson, who on Friday dropped his gratified new rocker “Say About Me” (listen HERE). The up-tempo tune is the third pre-release track from his forthcoming album, due later this year.

Janson wrote the song that Rolling Stone named one of their “10 Best Country and Americana Songs to Hear Now” alongside Shy Carter and Tommy Cecil. The Boot similarly called it a song “you’ve got to hear” and declared it “a celebration of working hard and cashing in on a heck of a lot of effort.”

As “Say About Me” describes, “I share the wealth, I share the blessings, ‘cause the blessings were shared with me” – even in his other songs, Janson is spreading the “Good Vibes.” His current single of the same name is currently nearing Top 20 at country radio as it surpasses 25 million streams. He has already performed the “feel-good anthem” (Billboard) on stages far and wide, from Live with Kelly and Ryan (watch HERE) to Ohio Stadium in a massive concert event alongside “King of Country” George Strait and superstar Blake Shelton.

The hit-making singer / songwriter again teamed up alongside Shy Carter and Tommy Cecil as well as Craig Wiseman for “Waitin On 5,” also available now (listen HERE). For fans who want to catch his newest tunes live, Janson recently announced his headlining Ryman Auditorium. Limited tickets remain for the September 25 show (link HERE). His last experience headlining the famed concert venue in 2018 included a sold-out audience and a surprise invitation from Keith Urban to join the Grand Ole Opry.

In the meantime, Janson will be featured on this Sunday’s CMA Fest special airing at 8:00pm/7:00c on ABC. The Platinum-selling recording artist is also touring the nation on Chris Young’s “Raised On Country Tour” and his own headlining performances – with much more to come.